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15 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Lytchett Matravers · updated daily · Dorset Council

Planning in Lytchett Matravers

Approved
82%
23 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lytchett Matravers in the last 24 months, from Dorset Council's planning register.

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Around Lytchett Matravers

Postcode districts

BH16 146 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dorset Council

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About Lytchett Matravers

Lytchett Matravers is a sizable village and civil parish located in Dorset, England. According to the 2011 census, it comprises 1,439 households and has a population of 3,424 residents, making it a key area for planning applications and community development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,570 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lytchett Matravers area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Lytchett Matravers a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lytchett Matravers has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lytchett Matravers planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://lytchettmatraverspc.org/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Lytchett Matravers, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Lytchett Matravers. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (11), full planning applications (9), listed building and heritage (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lytchett Matravers?
In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Lytchett Matravers. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lytchett Matravers?
The average planning decision time near Lytchett Matravers is 53 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Lytchett Matravers?
The planning approval rate near Lytchett Matravers is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lytchett Matravers?
The most common type of planning application near Lytchett Matravers is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lytchett Matravers?
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